Work with me
Are you looking for someone to write for you, give you confidence to publish your own work, or teach you how to use storytelling in your business? I can help.
I work with busy business owners who do work which makes a difference and want to share their ideas with a wider audience.
My services
Writing
- Blog posts
- Website copy
- Articles for publication
Editing
A second pair of eyes on your copy to ensure it gets your message across effectively.
Workshops
Training, workshops and practical sessions to help you tell your stories.
Consultancy
Advice on what your stories are, how and where to tell them.
Working with me
1. Book a discovery call – we’ll have a 15 minute conversation about what you want to do. This is usually via Zoom video conferencing or we can talk on the phone. Pick a time in my diary that suits you, call 07517 715570 or email rachel@extance.co.uk to arrange.
2. I’ll come back to you with a proposal, including the scope of work, costs, and when I expect to be able to undertake the work. If you are happy to go ahead, I will send you a contract.
You will have a clear time frame and I will let you know what information I need from you to be able to undertake your project.
Pricing
Writing projects vary and I quote on a project basis. However I do have set prices for some services.
Writing
One-off blog post – £180
Monthly blog writing retainer – £600 for 4 articles
One page of website copy – £220
Additional pages – £176
Editing
Undertaken in blocks of 4 hours.
4 hours – £160
8 hours – £320
Website copy review (up to 50 pages) – £480
Workshops
Face to face workshops on how to use business storytelling from £60 per person.
Writing meet-ups for people who want a set time and the right conditions to write regularly – £45 per 1 hour session.
Consultancy
One hour strategy call to discuss what your message is and effective ways to share it with your audience – £120
About Rachel Extance
I bring a journalist’s perspective to your organisation and focus on what information will be relevant and engaging to your customers – and potential customers.
I write website copy, blog posts, articles for print, social media posts, magazines – anything where you need creative copy to help your work and ideas reach a wider audience. I’m very good at simplifying complex issues to make them more accessible. I’ll also help you see the stories in your business and show you how to share them.
My background is in journalism. I worked on local newspapers for 15 years as a reporter, then on the newsdesk, managing the reporting team and planning what stories go in the paper and on the website.
I started my business, The Story Cave, in 2017 and write for a variety of clients.
What people say about me
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. I pay attention to your tone of voice, whether you write as yourself or a company. If you are not sure what your tone of voice is, we will discuss this when we begin working together.
It depends on what I am asked to do. I usually write around 800 words. This is a good length for explaining a topic and keeping your reader’s attention.
If you would like a shorter piece, or you are planning pillar content of 2,000 words or more, please ask me for a quote.
Yes. I ghost write (sometimes called white label) a lot of articles for companies. I don’t share who my clients are unless they say they are happy for me to do so.
I offer a draft and up to two revisions. This gives us plenty of opportunity to make sure you are happy with the copy I have provided you with.
Yes I can write for print. I worked in newspapers for many years and can write material for brochures and magazines.
I write and help people to tell stories. If you need someone to provide you with images, infographics, video, or design, then I have a network of companies I work with. I can co-ordinate the project for you or I will be happy to suggest suitable people for you to talk to.
I am based in Cambridge but work remotely. I use Zoom video conferencing and email to keep in touch with clients. I’m happy to use Slack, Asana and Trello for project management too. I’m also on the phone!